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Monday, May 28, 2012

The surging popularity of social media may have ranked
the Philippines as the no. 1 social networking market in Asia, but it
has also put us no. 1 in terms of risk
when it comes to cyber crimes and cyber threats which lurk these social networking sites.

“Social networking easily enables its users to connect
to their peers and colleagues through adding friends or joining groups, which
enable them to build a network conveniently. However, the same characteristic
of such social media sites is also its weakness, as it makes the user extra
vulnerable to viruses, threats and cyber crimes which, in contrast, cause a
great deal of inconvenience,” Myla Pilao, Core Technology Director of Trend
Micro said.

Monday, May 21, 2012

Last 18 May, World AIDS Vaccine Day,
the UN Joint Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) declared that the world may soon
have a vaccine to prevent HIV infections.

UNAIDS cited new developments
following the results of a 2009 trial in Thailand--RV144--which showed a
31.2% vaccine efficacy in preventing HIV infections.

While the results were
"modestly protective," they nonetheless represented a significant
scientific advance, and were the first demonstration that a vaccine can prevent
HIV infection in a general adult population. This discovery has been followed
by more encouraging data in the following years.

UNAIDS and the US Centers for
Disease Control worked closely with modelling teams to estimate the impact of
the RV 144 regimen in different countries and with different populations and
found that 10% of infections could be prevented if the same 31% efficacy was
found in people who receive the vaccine.

Although a vaccine may not provide
the magic bullet to end the AIDS epidemic, it would provide an additional tool
to add to the package of HIV prevention optione that are currently
available.

Trials are now planned to see if an
RV-144-like regimen will protect against a strain of HIV infection found in
South Africa against HIV acquisition by people at higher risk of exposure,
especially men who have sex with men.

However, HIV vaccine funding has
been declining since 2008 until 2011, putting into question the prospects for
developing an HIV vaccine in the near future. In the meantime, over 34 million
people are living with HIV, and every day more than 7000 people are becoming
infected with the virus.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Miladay Jewelries has recently tapped actress/singer
Karylle as its first-ever endorser for its “Miladay Today” campaign with an aim
to reach as many Filipinos as possible. Miladay has chosen Karylle for the
reason that she (Karylle) embodies the same philosophy and values as Miladay
Jewelries possesses.

With its campaign entitled “Miladay Today”, This 46
year-old company that started in a small garage has evolved into a
multi-awarded company to what it is today. Miladay continuously captivate the
eyes of both of its local and foreign clients with its intricate designs and high
quality-made jewelries that you can look upon on their shops located in malls
nationwide.

Just like a multi-faceted diamond,
singer-actress-TV host Karylle has sparkled all the more after overcoming
challenges over the years. Throughout those hard times, her class,
sophistication, and inner beauty shone brightest making her the perfect choice
to be the famed and trusted jewelry brand Miladay’s first-ever celebrity
endorser.

“Just like the history of Miladay,
Karylle’s life is composed of inspiring tales of love,” says Christine Dayrit,
one of the owners of Miladay. “This makes her the perfect choice to be the face
of ‘Miladay Today’.”

As brand ambassador, Karylle jumpstarts
the 46-year-old jewelry company’s empowering campaign – Miladay Today.
In this campaign, Karylle appears in an AVP titled “Sacred Vows,” where she
empowers one to make inspired vows to one’s self.

“Sacred Vows” is directed by
award-winning director Mark Meily. The cinematography is done by award-winning
cinematographer Carlo Mendoza (Asiong Salonga), a former classmate of
Karylle at the Ateneo de Manila University.

Karylle explains, “It is like being
engaged to yourself. It is a brilliant concept that aims to inspire and remind
people that loving one’s self is the ultimate key to one’s happiness. At this
day and age, one does not need someone else to give one an engagement ring or a
dream diamond or any precious jewels for that matter. It’s the best gift of
love you can give yourself. I am so happy to be part of this campaign and of
this trusted brand.”

Miladay Today is a part of the Dayrits’ effort to
fulfill founder Mila Salgado-Dayrit’s dream of each Filipino having a Miladay
piece, no matter how small.

“This is such a big honor to have
been chosen by Miladay to be its first celebrity endorser,” says a giggly
Karylle. “The brand stands for so many good and beautiful things—trust,
love, integrity—and I am so excited to be its brand ambassador.”

Karylle has just received international
acclaims for her work in the TV series The Kitchen Musical. She is
currently a part of the noontime show Showtime and the Sunday variety
show ASAP 2012. Her latest album Roadtrip, which she personally produced,
has just turned Gold.

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), in
partnership with Project Seahorse Foundation (PSF), recently opened the
Minantaw Marine Conservation Information Center, a former guardhouse renovated
by CPI located inside the Minantaw Marine Park and Sanctuary (MMPS) in Danajon
Bank, Cebu. The information center, a project under the Caltex Energy for
Learning initiative, will help visitors learn more about the unique but
endangered Danajon Bank, one of only six known double barrier reefs in the
world.

To mark the occasion, CPI
provided PSF and local fishers groups, NAMACA, with life vests for fish wardens
and visitors on tour of the sanctuary. The event also strengthens four years of
partnership as the MMPS expands into ecotourism.

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Feel the comfort and the elegant style of the latest
products from American Standard….the leading manufacturers of high-quality bathroom fixtures such as
showerheads, lavatories, bowls, wash basins, bathtubs, water closets and other
bathroom fixtures and accessories.

As a trendsetter in the bathroom and fixture
industry, American Standard recently launched its state of the art line of
bathroom collection that will surely turn the heads of the ordinary people to
the fashion-savvy ones.

These new line of collection from American Standard were designed by some
of the world-renowned designers in the field of fashion, automotive, home and
others. Some of these designers are: David Chipperfield, Ronen Joseph, Achim
Pohl, Tomas Fiegl, Mark Sadler, Khumtong Jansuwan and Franco Bertolo, all of
whom have earned their right on their respective field and received an award from
prestigious award-giving body.

AMERICAN STANDARD NEW DESIGN TRENDS

Enchanted-(Concept) With a playful design that is pleasant to the eyes.

Alchemist-With a Strong and Sculptural look and design.

Time Traveller-With a well-decorated design from the small ones to the big ones.

Wilderness Design-With organically-shape and design that is nature-inspired.

If there is someone in our lives that most of us, if
not all of us spent most of our time in our toddler years…..it will definitely
be our mothers. And for this mother’s day special, SM Storyland will treat all
mothers a promo called “Mom’s Day Treat” where all moms and their kids will be
treated with perks like free photo booth, free face painting for mom and kids,
they will also given a loot bag courtesy of Regent and Cherifier. And also,
kids will have the opportunity to make a Do-It-Yourself Mother’s Day card and
share their heartfelt messages to their loving mom. Aside from that, Moms and
kids will be given a free ride certificate for every P300 single receipt worth
of purchases from participating SM branches nationwide.

World Food Philippines in partnership with Uniliver
Philippines recently launched the “Sandwhich Heroes” where 40,000 Pilipino
school children from the most depressed area of our country will benefit from
this program.

Study shows that a large number of Pilipino school children goes to school with
an empty stomach. And because of this World Food Philippines together with
Uniliver Philippines took upon their hands the task of alleviating this severe
problem our children are facing today.

Exerting this kind of effort may not solve this
problem (hunger) our children are facing every day completely, however, by
doing this kind of effort…the hunger our children are experiencing will fade
even for a while. And through this effort, I believe that there will be a
riffle effect where others will be influenced and will do the same thing. And with
that, more and more children will be fed and the lesser children will go to
school with an empty stomach.

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Japanese car distributor Suzuki Philippines Inc
today breaks into the D-segment and rolls out the Suzuki Kizashi.

Experience the comfort and elegance of the all-new
Suzuki Kizashi, a car that is well suited to the choosy and the
luxurious-oriented individual. With its outstanding physical appearance, with its
super-strong body material, the beautifully designed car interiors, its high-
powered engine and not to mention its economical value when it comes to fuel
savings…..Surely, the all-new Suzuki Kizashi is truly a new breed of car to
watch out for.

FEATURES OF THE ALL-NEWKIZASHI:

1.Keyless entry and
start system with Intelligent Key and anti-theft alarm

2.Electronic power
steering (EPS)

3.Luxurious fabric
seats

4.Dual-zone climate
control system with rear vents

5.17” alloy wheels
and tires

6.High capacity
dual mufflers for silent operation

7.Integrated audio system with USB connectivity and 6
speakers

8.Acrylic B-pillar garnish with piano-black finish

9.3 dimensional mesh grill with smoke-look finish

10.Clear headlamps
with connecting rings

11.Cylindrical theme
tail lamps

12.Symmetrical
dashboard design

13.Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) with 6-speed manual mode

Prepare your
senses for a “sign of great things to come”. This vehicle will be specifically
targeted for the discriminating and sophisticated executive class market
marking Suzuki Philippines further foray into the highly competitive D-segment
of the vehicle industry.

Have an
exhilarating experience with Kizashi’s powerful driving performance powered by
its state-of-the-art 2.4 litre engine
coupled with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with 6 speed manual
mode specially designed for whisper quiet yet surprisingly powerful performance
in low gears while yielding an excellent fuel economy even in the highest gear
setting.

Kizashi’s
exterior appearance is truly a sight to behold, a touch of highest dignity with
a subdued sporty demeanor. Kizashi is equipped with intelligent and advanced
controls like the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) that adds to the superb
driving experience that showcases Suzuki’s latest innovation and technology.

Suzuki executives together with celebrity female
host Ms. Cathy Alano during the ceremonial toast of the launching of the all-new
Suzuki Kizashi.

Beyond
Luxury: The interior

Prepare
yourself as you enter Kizashi’s spacious interior providing an above standard
offering that truly befits an executive class series of its kind. Each details
and craftsmanship are expertly designed to truly evoke a harmonious feeling for
a greater riding experience.

The
ergonomic design of the instrument panel is specially conceived for the drivers
real time information needs. The
steering wheel is equipped with a Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable SteeringWheelto fit all the different kind of drivers. Evoke that race car feel
as you start the engine with a Keyless Push Start System.

Engage
your listening pleasure with a mellow sound or a senses-shattering loud music
with the audio system with an easy sync with iPod inter-connectivity or any
portable music device via built-in USB port.

Safety
beyond standard

Kizashi was
conceived with safety as a primary objective in the design of Kizashi’s unique
unibody structure, surprisingly lightweight but rigidly strong due to its
high-tensile steel material. It combines structures that absorb and dispense
impact energy with a deformation resisting cabin structure and greater under
floor strength for resistance to impact forces from all directions in case of
sudden vehicle collision. Beneath the rigid interior wall are extensive sound
insulation suppressant that further reduces external noise for a more quiet,
relax atmosphere inside.

With its readiness to bea global tourism hub, the province of
Pangasinantakes pride in hosting the
Palarong Pambansa 2012 where athletes from all over the Philippines will gather
together to compete in different sporting events to vie for the gold and honor
and to represent our country in international competition.

Having an understanding of the power ofSocial Media, the Provincial Province of
Pangasinan is making sure that the result of the event is readily available to
the public and even the live streaming itself will be made available to those
who wishes to watch it even from afar.

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

It is a great tragedy to live without the
pleasures and pains that vision can give you and have them all gradually snatched
away. The sadness is also in knowing what you are losing slowly. This is what
lies before everyone who suffers glaucoma.

Glaucoma is an eye disease that gradually steals
vision by damaging the optic nerve,that vital connection of the eye to the
brain. Glaucoma is precise and difficult to diagnose or detect early on. It is
like a deadly predator that prefers to take its victim bit by bit, working quietly until the moment the afflicted
notices what is going on. At that point, it will be much too late.

Friday, May 4, 2012

ABS-CBN proudly presents its newest Fantaserye in
Primetime Bida T V series “ARYANA” led by the 2008 Famas best child actress Ella
Cruz that will be seen on your T V screen on May 7 (Monday) nationwide.

Aryana is a myth-like kind of story where the
realistic world of the humans and the fascinating paradise of mermaids are
joined together. In this story, Aryana who is being played by Ella Cruz, who at
the age of 14, whose life will be turned around by a curse that will make her a
mermaid that will give the thorns, the twist and the thrills in the life of
this young little girl.

This Fantaserye T V series will surely capture the
hearts of many Filipinos out there, not only because of its unusual story that is
different from the stories we used to see on our T V screen, but because of the
lessons that we can learn from this story that will surely relate to a lot of
our countrymen….As Aryana, at a very young age, is already facing a very
difficult situation in her life, and by not giving up, Aryana has turned the situation
around for the good.

Aryana is a show you should look out for with the
other known cast like: Pokwang, Ton Ton Gutierrez, Desiree Del Valle, Laurice
Guillen, Tetchie Agbayani, Giselle Toengi, Rustica Carpio, Lot Lot De Leon,
Bianca Manalo, Chokoleit, Michelle Vito, David Chua, Boom Labrusca, Marvin Yap,
Louise Abuel and Paul Salas. This story is under the direction of Erick Salud
and Lino Cayetano.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Four of the Philippines’ wackiest male and female
comedian will once again rock the stage with humour and laughter as Pokwang,
Pooh, K and Chokoleit will take center stage for their repeat performance of
their much anticipated comedy concert series entitled “4 THE BEST” The Repeat
at the Music Museum in Greenhills on May 4, 11 and 12.

Just as expected, the Music Museum will once again
will be a very small place considering the crowd that will come and watch the
formidable quartet of Philippine comedy. This second performance of Pokwang,
Pooh, K and Chocoleit is expected to be as successful or even surpass their
first performance that was also held in the same place.

Here are some of the comments of the performers that
will surely tickle you to come and watch the said performance.